1970 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1995 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 1995 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Infiniti Q45 (278 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. (244 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 320 kg more than 1995 Infiniti Q45.
Because 1995 Infiniti Q45 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Infiniti Q45. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado (744 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Infiniti Q45. (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Infiniti Q45.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Cadillac Eldorado | 1995 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Infiniti |
| Model | Eldorado | Q45 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 278 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 744 Nm | 396 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2890 mm |
